Keeps.SU- Pharmaceutical Knowledge Base - Page 3

26 Nov

Double-Checking Medication Strength and Quantity Before Leaving the Pharmacy

Double-checking medication strength and quantity before leaving the pharmacy prevents deadly dosing errors. Learn why this simple step saves lives, what to look for on labels, and how to do it right.

24 Nov

Antitrust Laws and Competition Issues in Generic Pharmaceutical Markets

Antitrust laws protect generic drug competition by blocking pay-for-delay deals, sham patents, and product hopping. Without them, branded companies could keep prices high and patients without affordable medicine.

23 Nov

Side Effects vs Allergic Reactions vs Intolerance: How to Tell the Difference

Learn how to tell the difference between side effects, allergic reactions, and drug intolerance. Know when a reaction is harmless-and when it could be life-threatening.

22 Nov

Future of Generic Combinations: Regulatory and Market Trends

Generic combinations are transforming affordable healthcare by combining drugs or integrating devices to improve effectiveness and adherence. Learn how regulatory shifts and market demand are driving this high-value trend.

21 Nov

REMS Programs: Understanding FDA's Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies for High-Risk Medications

REMS programs are FDA-mandated safety systems for high-risk medications. They require special training, monitoring, and controls to ensure benefits outweigh risks. Learn how they work, who they affect, and what’s changing in 2025.

20 Nov

Deficiency Letters in Generic Drug Applications: Top FDA Findings and How to Avoid Them

Learn the top FDA deficiency findings in generic drug applications and how to avoid costly delays. Key issues include dissolution methods, impurities, and bioequivalence data.

19 Nov

Pterygium: How Sun Exposure Causes Eye Growth and What Surgery Can Do

Pterygium, or surfer's eye, is a sun-induced growth on the eye that can blur vision. Learn how UV exposure causes it, what surgical options actually work, and how to prevent it from coming back.

19 Nov

Caffeine Cutoff Times: When to Stop Coffee for Better Sleep

Learn the science-backed caffeine cutoff times that actually improve sleep onset and quality. Stop guessing when to quit coffee and start sleeping deeper.

19 Nov

Generic Drug Shortages: Causes and How They Limit Patient Access

Generic drug shortages are worsening in the U.S., with 270 active shortages in 2025. Caused by low profits, foreign manufacturing, and lack of backup suppliers, they delay treatments, raise prices, and put patient safety at risk.

18 Nov

How to Read Contraindications and Warnings on Drug Labels: A Clear Guide for Patients and Caregivers

Learn how to read contraindications and warnings on drug labels to avoid dangerous side effects. Understand FDA-required sections like Boxed Warnings, contraindications, and OTC Drug Facts for safer medication use.